What is Minoxidil?

Minoxidil solution and foam (an anti hypertensive vasodilator medication) slows down the hair loss as well as promotes hair growth. It proves helpful for the treatment of androgenic alopecia.

It is widely used for hair regrowth and promotes hair growth in both men and women. Usually within 3 to 6 months the 40 per cent results appear in men.

It is American Food and Drug Association (FDA) approved topical product that is for androgenic hair loss. It is also approved by FDA for female. Females can use the 2% minoxidil solution for enhancing the thin hair growth.

History:

Minoxidil was first developed by the Upjohn Company in late 1950s to treat ulcer but the trails proved it failed to cure ulcer, but it was a powerful vasodilator. After more than 200 variations of compounds the company developed minoxidil in 1963.

How it works?

Minoxidil is a potassium channel opener hyper-polarization the membranes of cell. It allows more blood, oxygen and nutrients to the follicle by widens the blood vessels and open potassium channels. It takes time to regrow hair so there is a strong need to have patient and continue the medication regularly for at least 4 to 6 months in order to see the desired results.

Side effects:

Generally, there are no side effects appear commonly but in some cases burning or irritation of eye, redness or irritation at the treated area, itching and unwanted hair growth elsewhere on the body are commonly seen side effects.

Another common side effect of minoxidil is temporary hair loss, in some cases severe allergic reactions also appear like rash, hives, difficulty breathing, itching, tightness in chest muscles, unexpected weight gain, swelling of hand a feet, mouth, face, lips or tongue.

Presence of alcohol and propylene glycol may cause dryness on scalp or dandruff.

Application

Minoxidil is advised to use twice a week. Apply the solution on the clean and dry hair scalp and let it set for at least 4 hours before wash.

Important Note:

Use Minoxidil solution with care, avoid eyes, mouth and nose while applying in the hair scalp. If it by chance get into eyes instantly wash with cool water.

Do not use other medication and solutions with Minoxidil solution on scalp.

Wash your hand properly after applying the solution.

It is not advised for the use of children.

Nursing and pregnant mothers must consult the doctor first.

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